BBQ Brisket Sandwich

Ingredients

• Red onion (1, thinly sliced)
• Pickles (4 slices)
• Buns (4)
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Onion powder (1 tablespoon)
• Garlic powder (1 tablespoon)
• Paprika (1 tablespoon)
• Brown sugar (2 tablespoons)
• Barbecue sauce (1 cup)
• Brisket (2 pounds)

Instructions

1. Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
3. Rub the dry rub all over the brisket, making sure to coat it evenly.
4. Place the brisket on the smoker or grill and cook for 8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
5. Remove the brisket from the smoker or grill and let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. Slice the brisket against the grain into thin slices.
7. In a saucepan, heat the barbecue sauce over low heat until warmed.
8. Toast the buns on a grill or in a toaster.
9. Spread barbecue sauce on the bottom half of each bun.
10. Layer the sliced brisket on top of the sauce.
11. Top with pickles and sliced red onion.
12. Cover with the top half of the bun and serve.